What is the cheapest way to get from Coventry to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Colchester is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coventry to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £26 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Pool Meadow Bus Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Coventry and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Coventry to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Coventry and arriving at Colchester via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Coventry to Colchester?

The distance between Coventry and Colchester is 149 miles. The road distance is 125.9 miles.

How do I travel from Coventry to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Coventry to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £26 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Coventry to Colchester?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Coventry to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Colchester bus from?

Coventry to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Colchester train from?

Coventry to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Coventry station.

Train or bus from Coventry to Colchester?

The best way to get from Coventry to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £26 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Coventry to Colchester bus arrive?

Coventry to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Coventry to Colchester train arrive?

Coventry to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Colchester is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Coventry to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Coventry to Colchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Coventry to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Coventry to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Coventry to Colchester by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Coventry to London EustonBirmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 5m
£27–107
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Coach Station777
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
4h 49m
£32–64
Drive 125.2 mi
1. Drive from Coventry to Colchester125.2 mi
2h 30m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to Bus Station148 / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Stansted Airport
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus InterchangeX20
4. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Head StreetX20
6h 18m

Coventry to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

355Weekly Services

2h 5mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Coventry, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Coventry to Colchester via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Coach Stop via Coach Station in around 4h 49m.

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